Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outflanking
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Linda Kenney Baden, a legal analyst and defense attorney whose past clients have included Aaron Hernandez, Phil Spector and Casey Anthony, said Robinson's defense may be more focused on avoiding the death penalty than proving his innocence.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
29 Oct. 2025 -
The writers mold a peculiar premise in their screenplay by avoiding another dime-a-dozen found footage spectacle, instead turning a very careful eye toward the real-life atrocities committed by the church — plus some genuine scares.—
Michael Lee Simpson,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Oct. 2025
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Observers suggest that the test increases pressure on the United States and NATO to reconsider current policies and adapt to the introduction of underwater nuclear drones capable of evading ballistic missile shields.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Oct. 2025
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He was previously deported in 2006, 2014 and 2016, yet managed to re-enter at an unknown time and place, evading inspection, admission or parole by immigration authorities.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Apa's character, Archie Andrews, was attacked by a bear after escaping from an underground prison fight club; Reinhart's Betty discovered her father was a serial killer and saved her sister from a cult; and Mendes traveled back in time to invent birth control.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Oct. 2025
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Williams, who was also sentenced to a five-year prison term for escaping custody, sparking a major manhunt, is also at the center of allegations of misconduct by the Johnson City Police Department for more than three years.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
28 Oct. 2025
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Velez now faces two counts of probation violation and one count of fleeing and eluding law enforcement.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
15 Oct. 2025
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On Thursday evening, Jaxson Dart showcased his impressive abilities against the Philadelphia Eagles, eluding defenders on rushing plays and making key passes to multiple New York Giants players.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
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O’Connell learned a valuable lesson about hubris and the limitations of coaching this offseason by also eschewing Aaron Rodgers after McCarthy’s promising spring.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Oct. 2025
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Stigma surrounding eschewing brand names in favor of lower-cost options has all but dissipated.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
23 Oct. 2025
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The Pentagon said that more than 60 correspondents signed on to its new restrictions, with major news outlets as well as conservative sources like Newsmax and The Washington Times shunning the new policy.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
22 Oct. 2025
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The State House may as well be Castle Dracula with all the sunlight-shunning going on.—
Boston Herald editorial staff,
Boston Herald,
19 Oct. 2025
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While shaking hands and chatting with members of the public, one person shouted questions regarding Prince Andrew as the monarch came near.—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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Though slower, S waves and surface waves cause the most damage due to their intense ground-shaking motion.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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Enter Kevin Smith, who knows a thing or two about bypassing gatekeepers.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
22 Oct. 2025
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There are many benefits that come with creating a trust fund, such as protecting assets, bypassing probate court, or having a clear direction for how assets are distributed and to whom.—
Mariah Maddox,
Parents,
20 Oct. 2025
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“Outflanking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outflanking. Accessed 2 Nov. 2025.
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